Sweetwater County Wrestlers Punch Seven Tickets to State Finals

Green River and Rock Springs send multiple wrestlers to championship matches at Wyoming State Wrestling Championships

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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Sweetwater County wrestlers from Green River and Rock Springs combined to send seven competitors, four boys and three girls, to the championship finals at the Wyoming State Wrestling Championships held at the Ford Wyoming Center in Casper. Several other wrestlers from the two schools also remain in contention for third-place finishes after battling through the consolation bracket.

Why it matters

The strong performance by Sweetwater County wrestlers at the state championships showcases the talent and depth of the local wrestling programs, which have consistently produced top-tier competitors. This success highlights the dedication and hard work of the athletes, coaches, and communities that support the sport in the region.

The details

On the boys side, Green River advanced two wrestlers to the championship round, with Bentley Johnson (113 pounds) and Jeramiah Musbach (126) both earning semifinal wins. Rock Springs also placed two boys in the finals, with Lincoln Young (132) and Santiago Cruz (144) both securing spots in the title matches. Several other Green River wrestlers, including Tavin Vendetti, Weston Green, Maddux Hintz, Jaydon Walther, and Timothy Robinson, fell in the semifinals but remain in contention for third-place finishes. The Tigers also kept multiple wrestlers alive in the consolation bracket, with Kaijun Powell (120) and Dane Arnoldi (150) each winning two wrestle-back matches on Friday. On the girls side, Green River's Bianca Maez (130) and Rock Springs' Rylin Plant (105) and Sarah Eddy (155) all advanced to the championship matches, while several other female wrestlers from the two schools remain in medal contention.

  • The Wyoming State Wrestling Championships were held on February 28, 2026 at the Ford Wyoming Center in Casper.
  • The semifinals and finals took place on the second day of the tournament, on February 28, 2026.

The players

Bentley Johnson

A Green River wrestler who competed in the 113-pound weight class and advanced to the championship final after earning a technical fall victory in the semifinals.

Jeramiah Musbach

A Green River wrestler who competed in the 126-pound weight class and advanced to the championship final after earning a 5-2 decision win in the semifinals.

Lincoln Young

A Rock Springs wrestler who competed in the 132-pound weight class and advanced to the championship final after earning a technical fall victory in the semifinals.

Santiago Cruz

A Rock Springs wrestler who competed in the 144-pound weight class and advanced to the championship final after earning a 28-second pin in the semifinals.

Bianca Maez

A Green River wrestler who competed in the 130-pound weight class and advanced to the championship final after earning a 10-8 decision win in the semifinals.

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What’s next

The championship finals will take place on Saturday, February 29, 2026 at the Ford Wyoming Center in Casper.

The takeaway

The strong performance by Sweetwater County wrestlers at the state championships highlights the depth and talent of the local wrestling programs, which have consistently produced top-tier competitors. This success is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the athletes, coaches, and communities that support the sport in the region.